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SHIP’S BATHROOM

Anyone familiar with the luxury yacht charter market knows the term, “head.”  In specific, the reference is made to an onboard bathroom.  

Whether a small bareboat sailboat or one of the largest yachts in the world does not matter. Rarely are bathrooms referred to as anything other than a head.

Ever wonder why???

THE REASON

Here’s the reason – dating back to the 1400’s, toilets on ships were normally located in the bow or “head” of the vessel. By placing the toilet near the base of the bowsprit, splashing water served to naturally clean the toilet area.

Of course, the bathrooms on today’s superyachts are located throughout the vessel and are anything but utilitarian.

VISUAL – SUPERYACHT HIGH POWER III

Take a peek at the bathroom on Mediterranean yacht charter motor yacht HIGH POWER III (ex-Numptia)

The curved tub is solid marble.  The privacy wall hides two suspended rainforest showers.

Now THAT’S a head!!!

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